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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Condemnation through traditions of men stifles the true gospel and destroys the Christian Life
If a billionaire was to enter almost any church he would be especially honored, same way a swashbuckling movie star hunk. But when a LGBT or prostitute walks in, suddenly a crisis has arisen, even if both sets have truly turned their hearts to God through Christ. In other churches, it would be ...read more
Scripture: Mark 7:13
Denomination: Charismatic
Tradition is defined as the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way.
Gustav Mahler, a Bohemia-born composer once remarked: “Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.” Mark 7:8-9 reminds us: “You leave the commandment of God and hold to the tradition of men.” And he said to them, “You have a fine way of rejecting the commandment of God in ...read more
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5, Ephesians 6:4, Psalm 104:4, Luke 12:49
In this passage, Jesus is dealing with very religious people who allowed their traditions replace the authority of God’s Word. Jesus is not impressed with religious ritual or tradition, rather He is concerned with the condition of our hearts.
The Gospel of Mark #18 – “Clean Hands or Clean Heart?” Mark 7:1-23 Intro – 1. ILL – A man was watching the news one night when it was reported that a car was going the wrong direction on the freeway. The man knew his wife was on that freeway and became very concerned ...read more
Scripture: Mark 7:1-23
Denomination: Evangelical Free
Can a person be a Christian without all the religious trappings? When people reject religion what do they reject? Are we talking the same language?
How to be a Christian Without Being Religious James 1:27, Matthew 23:26-28 1. What do you think of when I use the word religion? ∑ For some it is large impressive cathedrals both old and new ∑ Others it is the experience of worship in a church assembly ∑ For others it is ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Message about the two sons who needed the Lord. How we relate to each.
Note: I used Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible on Luke for Notes, also parts from The Heart Beat of God Dr. Marty Baker The Prodigal Sons Theme: Show how many are like these in this story and how to get out. Text: Luke 15:11-32 I want you if you would to turn with me to the book of Luke chapter ...read more
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32
Denomination: Church Of God
To explore the parable of the workers in the vineyard, emphasizing the boundless nature of God's grace, the fairness of His promises, and the need for humility instead of entitlement.
Hello, friends. I'm glad to see you all here today. We're going to explore a passage today that's got a lot to teach us about how we view God's grace, His promises, and our own sense of entitlement. It's a parable that Jesus shared with His disciples, and it's found in Matthew 20:1-20. I'll read it ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20
Topics: Religious Entitlement
Ardent religious activity and a high and lofty intellect fall far short of the righteousness God requires.
VERY RELIGIOUS YET VERY LOST! 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO THE ...read more
Scripture: Acts 17:22-34
Denomination: Baptist
Jesus attacked self centered religion and warns us not to be apart of the traditions of men because their motives are self-centered not God-centered. Scripture
Jesus verses Self-centered Religion Thesis: Jesus attacked self centered religion and warns us not to be apart of the traditions of men because their motives are self-centered not God-centered. Scripture Texts: Matthew 9:2-17: 1Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17, Luke 19:41-44
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Nicodemus represents many people today—religious but lacking true salvation. His journey from confusion to commitment shows that God patiently works with those seeking the truth.
CHARACTER STUDY OF NICODEMUS – A PHARISEE WHO MET JESUS AT NIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 3:1-21 "Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God." – John 3:3 Supporting Texts: John 7:50-52, ...read more
Scripture: John 3:1-21, John 19:39
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Jesus was controversial because he was aligned with the truth and put God's Word and work above the inherited traditions that had accumulated over the centuries. So we should be bound by Scripture and mission.
Jesus Raises Eyebrows: Biblical Over Traditional (Mark 2:1-28) 1. This week a bit of strange news came out of Minnesota: DULUTH, Minn., June 6 (UPI) -- A Minnesota woman says she didn't know she was pregnant until she went into labor while running a marathon. Trish Staine, 33, was on mile 9 of ...read more
Scripture: Mark 2:1-28
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Those who would serve the interests of God can do so by giving expression to joy in their lives. Those who feel God’s love have much to offer the hurting and disconnected in our world.
We all have certain core traditions and beliefs that are important to us. They make us who we are, they define our own behaviours and the way we think other people should behave. That is what lies behind the Gospel passage from Mark that we heard a few minutes ago. As usual, the Pharisees and ...read more
Denomination: Anglican
Our love for God is shown in our love of each other.
Title: Flipped Text: Mark 3:1-6 Bottom Line: Our love for God is shown in our love of each other. Intro Good morning Real Life… My name is Curtis and I’m the connections director here. It’s great to be here with you all on this holiday weekend. Just a reminder this is our LAST Sunday meeting at ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, Mark 3:1-6
A major problem in our world today is religion. In fact, lots of people are turned off to God because of religion. Many people will not consider the claims of Christ because of religion. Religion is a problem.
Religion Is Not Enough Romans 2:17-29 17 But if you bear the name “Jew” and rely upon the Law and boast in God, 18 and know His will and approve the things that are essential, being instructed out of the Law, 19 and are confident that you yourself are a guide to the blind, a ...read more
Scripture: Romans 2:17-29
Denomination: Calvary Chapel
EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS PERSON (DEVOUT JEW) CANNOT ESCAPE GOD'S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT--TRUE SPIRITUALITY IS MUCH MORE THAN POSSESSING RELIGIOUS PRIVILEGES AND PRACTICING RELIGIOUS RITUALS 1.
EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS PERSON (DEVOUT JEW) CANNOT ESCAPE GOD'S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT--TRUE SPIRITUALITY IS MUCH MORE THAN POSSESSING RELIGIOUS PRIVILEGES AND PRACTICING RELIGIOUS RITUALS 1. True Spirituality is much more than Possessing Religious Privileges (:17-24) a. Religious Privileges can ...read more
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